SOLICITOR
Delegation of Authority

1. The following material is a portion of the Departmental Manual and the numbering system is that of the Manual. Material
that relates solely to internal management has not been included.

Part 210 of the Departmental Manual has been amended by adding one new subdivision, number (9) and reading as follows, to
210 DM 2.2A (24 F.R. 1348):

PART 210—OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY

Chapter 2—Solicitor

210.2.2 Authority in specified matters.

A. The Solicitor is authorized to exercise the authority of the Secretary

(9) With respect to the approval of attorney contracts with Indian tribes and of directly related tribal contracts with technical
specialists, and the determination of fees and expenses thereunder, pursuant to 25 U.S.C. 81, 82, 84, and 476. In the exercise
of this delegated authority, the Solicitor will consult with the Commissioner of Indian Affairs.

2. The amendment described above will become effective on January 15, 1960.